Studies have found that single people are more prone to weight gain in middle age. Many single people are expressing their frustration: "I'm already single, and now I'm being forced to gain weight! What's going on?"
Study: Single people are more prone to weight gain
Research by Professors Catherine Hannah and Peter Collin of Queensland University of Technology has found that single people are more prone to irregular eating habits, leading to weight gain. Scientists at the American Association for Greek Language Education Reform at the University of Thessaloniki Medical School in Greece have also confirmed this conclusion. They interviewed 150 obese Greeks and found that single people were more likely to gain weight in middle age compared to those in relationships.
Why are single people more prone to obesity?
1. Single people often eat alone.
When you eat alone, all your attention is focused on the food, and no one will say anything if you eat too much. But when you eat with others and chat while you eat, your attention shifts, and you end up eating less.
2. Many single people are homebodies.
Some people can't find a boyfriend or girlfriend because they stay at home, while others stay home because they can't find a boyfriend or girlfriend. Staying at home has become a characteristic of single people. Staying home frequently leads to less physical activity and increased eating, especially of ready-to-eat foods. How can one not gain weight under such circumstances?
3. Single people are more prone to depression.
Without the nourishment of love, single people naturally feel empty, lonely, and cold, leading to depression. Furthermore, emotional instability and irritability can affect gastrointestinal function, making people prone to overeating.
4. Single people experience a lot of pressure.
Being single leads to gossip and pressure from family to find a partner or get married – a major source of stress for single people. Furthermore, single people are often the first choice for working overtime. During holidays, single people have the most free time and are often the first to be considered for overtime work, making them a popular choice for managers due to their flexible schedules.
